Tug of War: Classical Versus Modern Dressage: Why Classical Training Works and How Incorrect Modern Riding Negatively Affects Horses' Health

by Gerd Heuschmann

German rider and equine veterinarian Dr. Gerd Heuschmann is well-known in dressage circles--admired for his plain speaking regarding what he deems the incorrect and damaging training methods commonly employed by riders and trainers involved in competition today. Here, he presents an intelligent and thought-provoking exploration of both classical and "modern" training methods, including "hyperflexion" (also known as Rollkur), against a practical...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1570769133
• ISBN13: 9781570769139
• Release Date: September 2018
• Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.6" x 9.2"